Library News & Events
E-Blast Header - October
 
October 2026
   Library Hours
M - Th: 10 - 9 | Fri - 10 - 5 | Sat: 10 - 5| Sun:1-4
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Library of Things
 


We are expanding our Library of Things, a collection of non-traditional items that can be checked out from the library!
 
We currently offer a telescope, binoculars, a projector, jigsaw puzzles, a ukulele, board and lawn games. If you have any gently used items that you would like to donate, we would love to have them.
 
Here are some items we are looking for...
DVD, VHS CD,or cassette players
Tools such as a leveler, stud finder or an outlet tester etc.
Mahjongg set
Board games
Record Player

Short Story Time

Tuesday, November 3 at 12pm in the Cafe
 
"The Man of the House" by Frank O'Connor
 
No registration needed!

Trip to The MET

Monday, Nov 9th

We will leave the library at 9am for NYC, then departure is at 3pm to return.
$40 payable on the bus and does not include museum admission.
 
Register Here
 
Special Programs
Understanding AI - Part 2 with Eddie Khaytman

Sunday, Oct. 18, 2:00pm
 
 
EDDIE KHAYTMAN'S SECOND OF FOUR A-I INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS. His introductory September program overviewed A-!. This next hands on program, and the two to follow, gets us going on how to actually utilize A-I.
 
Register Here
 
THINKING OF STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS IN OUR AREA?
 
Wednesday, October 21 @ Noon in the Cafe
 

Come hear our successful Far Hills entrepreneurs Caroline Campion and Jill Turpin who successfully launched, five years on, a small scale modern general store in Far Hills Center offering groceries, gifts, and local goodies.
 
Register Here
 
AMERICA'S 1890'S, OUR "GILDED AGE"
 
Friday, Oct. 30, 12:00pm
 
 
AMERICA'S 1890'S, OUR "GILDED AGE" with Sandy Putnam and Wade Bryant...And what a time it was! New and fun in every home--
Bicycles! Built for two even! The wild and wooly Klondike Gold Rush. Those independently styled 
"Gibson Girls" changing women's image and attitude. And the so-called "Robber Barons"--Vanderbilt, Carnegie and others--who exploited their workers but also laid the industrial foundation for America's 20th Century world-wide manufacturing dominance. And finally, late decade, our most colorful President ever, Teddy Roosevelt.
 
Register Here

Women's Forum
 
Quilting -Is it Art or is it Craft?
 
Following our Quilters Luncheon on October 8th, we will continue on the theme of Quilts as we travel to The American Folk Art Museum in Manhattan, "As the premier institution of its kind in NYC, its collection holds over 8,000 pieces spanning four centuries." -Museum promo.

TRIP TO THE AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM:
Thursday, October 22.  Bus leaves Dillon Library at 9am. Return pickup at the museum, 3pm. Admission 45.  Museum entry is free of charge.
 
Register Here
(Currently a waiting list)
 

Weekly Programs
Yoga
 
Register for Monday @ 9am (Virtual)
 Register for Thursday @ 9am (Virtual)
Knitting with Eleanor
 
Every Wednesday @ 11am
In-Person (No Registration Required)
Meditation & Mindfulness
 
Every Wednesday at 7:15pm (Virtual)
Register Here
Chair Yoga
 
Every Friday at 10:30am
In-Person (No Registration Required)
Canasta

Every Monday 9:15 - 11:15am
No Registration Required
 Spanish Conversation Group for Beginners
Every Tuesday at 10:30am
 Register Here

Morning Book Club
Thursday, October 15 at 11am
 
"The Reading List" by Sara Nisha Adams
 
Register Here
 
November Advance Notice:  "Mr. Dickens and His Carol"  by Samantha Silva

Virtual Evening Book Club

Thursday, November 5 at 7pm on Zoom
 
"Greek Man Seeks Greek Wife" by Friedrich Durrenmatt  
 
Register Here

Additional Library Programs 
ESL - English as a Second Language
Beginner A and B - Mondays @ 7:15 pm
No Registration Needed - Drop-In
MAHJONGG
 
Tuesdays from 12:30-3:30 pm Full/Closed
 
Wednesdays 12:30 - 3:30 Full/Closed
 
Bridge
 
Mondays from 11:30-4pm
 
In person | Walk-in
We are looking for new players. All skill levels welcome
Bridge Lessons for Beginners with Chris Regan

Mondays @ 3pm
 
There is a $10 fee which is paid to the instructor. 
 
The bridge tables are back up on Mondays at 11:30am for interested players.  Informal format.  The library has a limited supply of decks and experienced players are welcome to bring their own cards and supplies.  If interested in attending the 2:30pm beginning learning session please call the instructor at 908-334-7885 
Drop in Computer Help
 
 
Tuesdays at 3pm.
 
Sandy's Music
Friday, October 23 @ Noon in the Cafe
 
Fresh, beautiful youthful works by Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart.
 
No Registration required

 
Tuesday, October 27th
12-6pm
 More Information


 
All webinars are online


 
Brain Health in Motion: An Introduction to Ageless Grace
Online

Thursday, Oct. 22, 12:00pm
 
Ageless Grace® is a cutting-edge brain health fitness program that supports cognitive function and activates all five primary functions of the brain. By moving the body, we focus on the 21 physical skills needed for life-long optimal function, such as mobility, balance, flexibility, strength, and coordination. Playful and simple natural movements done to different music styles make this practice fun and engaging! The program is designed to be practiced in a chair to stimulate the brain and the body, while allowing you to participate at your own level of ability.
 
Register Here


 
Legal Research Tools at the New Jersey State Library
 
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 12:00pm
 
Legal research can be complex and spread out over many resources and tools. But fret not, the NJ State Library’s team within our Law Library are experts in tracking down information and using a variety of helpful tools. Please join us as Cynthia Lambert and Kelsey Allen cover key resources and tools related to legal research in New Jersey, including:
Legislative Histories
Administrative Decisions
Superseded NJSA, NJAC, and NJR NJ
Government Documents
Databases and e-Books
Case Law Tools
 
Register Here

Friday Movies - Contemporary
ALL SCREENINGS BEGIN AT 1:30PM 
 
No registration required


 
STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU (2026)
(132 min.) Rated PG-13
 
Friday, Oct. 16, 1:30pm

Pedro Pascal stars as The Mandalorian who was once a lone bounty hunter but who is now teamed up with his apprentice Grogu (Baby Yoda) to capture an Imperial Warlord.  This film was directed by Jon Farveau and also features Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White. It is a fun movie with lots of action.


 
PRESSURE (2026)
(100 min.) Rated PG-13
 
Friday, Oct. 23, 1:30pm

In the countdown to D-Day in 1944, General Eisenhower relied on a British meteorologist to help plan the D-Day landings.  The excellent cast includes Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, and Damian Lewis.

                                  Local Events
Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10:30am - 12:30pm | River Road Park

 
 
Bedminster Recreation hosts Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm at River Road Park.
 
Bedminster Farmers Market

River Road Park, 3055 River Road (intersection of River Road and Route 202/206 South), Bedminster, New Jersey. Opening day is Saturday, May 23  and the season will run through December 5. The market hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

        Kids & Teens Highlighted Programs


 
Middle Schooler Money Program Series
 
Wednesdays 10/7, 10/14, and 10/21 at 4:30 pm
 
Discover the history of money and learn the basics of managing it in this fun, interactive workshop. You’ll explore savings, spending, and making smart choices with money.
 
Wednesdays 10/7, 10/14, and 10/21  4:30 pm
 
Great for 5th - 8th graders
 
Hosted by The Penny Power Project
 
Registration required for all three sessions
 
Register Here
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Thank You Friends!


 
A special "Thank You!" and heartfelt gratitude to the Friends of the Clarence Dillon Library for their generosity and support of our excellent library programs.
 
Bedminster Township | Far Hills Borough
 
 
Clarence Dillon Public Library
2336 Lamington Rd.
Bedminster, New Jersey 07921
908-234-2325

http://www.dillonlibrary.org